2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
